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Louisiana Plant Pathology: Scurf of Sweet Potato
scurf

Scurf is a common disease of sweet potatoes. Proper identification is the key to successful disease management. Use this fact sheet to help you identify and manage this disease. (PDF Format Only)

Rice Varieties and Management Tips
rice varieties

2009 recommendations. Decisions about rice varieties are some of the earliest and most critical you will make. This information will help you decide which rice varieties are best suited to your particular growing conditions.

Grain Sorghum Hybrids for Grain
grain sorghum

2009 recommendations. This information will help producers choose grain sorghum hybrids which have displayed good yield potential and agronomic performance. The LSU AgCenter conducts yearly grain sorghum hybrid yield tests at several locations in Louisiana to provide producers with unbiased information on hybrid performance under different soil types and climatic conditions.

Irrigation Scheduing Made Easy: Using the "Look and Feel" Method
irrigation

This publication provides an easy and simple-to-understand method to determine when and how much irrigation water is needed. (PDF Format Only)

Irrigating Louisiana Lawns and Turf
irrigation
Efficient watering practices are important to all homeowners who want to conserve water, maintain a healthy turf and reduce maintenance costs. (PDF Format Only)
Louisiana Plant Pathology: Reniform Nematode
reniform nematode
During the past two decades, the reniform nematode has emerged as one of the most important nematode species of plant crops in Louisiana. It attacks a wide range of plant types and is particularly damaging to crops such as cotton, sweet potato, soybeans and many vegetables. Symptoms, management strategies and color images included. (PDF Format Only)
Corn Hybrids for Grain
corn hybrids
2009 recommendations. Each year the LSU AgCenter tests commercial corn hybrids that are entered in the state yield trials by private seed companies. From these, a grower should choose several that are adapted to an individual farm. Information in the tables should help you make these important decisions.
Country of Origin Labeling (COOL): A Guide for Louisiana Cattle Producers
COOL
COOL mandates that the majority of livestock commodities be identified by country of origin. This document provides producers with the knowledge they need to be in compliance. (PDF Format Only)
Termites in Trees
termites in trees
Information card on where to look for termites in trees
Termite Inspection 101
termite inspection
Information card on places to look for Formosan subterranean termite Infestations
Termites and Rebuilding
termites
Information card on tackling termite problems when beginning a renovation project
Food Plant Plantings for White-tailed Deer in Louisiana
Document image
Hunters and land managers are always seeking new and more innovative ways to improve the quality and attractiveness of their hunting areas. “What should I plant to attract and hold deer on my hunting area?" Find your answers in this publication.
Cole Crops: Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage and Cauliflower
cole crops
These cool-season crops are somewhat hardy and will tolerate various degrees of frost. They grow best in the fall when the weather turns from warm to cool. Recommended varieties, soil preparation, fertilization and pest control are included. (Revised 9/15/08)
Louisiana Home Citrus Production
citrus
The different types of leaves, abundance of blooms, aroma of flowers and color of mature fruit of different types of citrus add to the aesthetic value of the landscape. Citrus in the landscape also can provide excellent quality, nutritional fruit. So citrus is the ideal fruit for the homeowner. Recommended varieties and descriptions, as well as tips on site selection, planting, spacing and pruning, are included. (Revised September 2008)